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State Lawmakers Try to Crack Down on ‘Ghost Jobs’

Aug 21, 2026 · 9m

Summary

The Supreme Court allows Trump’s White House ballroom construction to continue, while his plan to import cheap beef faces industry pushback. Bitcoin surged 22% as investors anticipate crypto regulation, and Fannie Mae laid off dozens of staff. Meanwhile, states like New York and Pennsylvania are introducing legislation to ban "ghost jobs," addressing job seekers' frustration with fake listings.

Topics discussed

Viking Cruises Sponsorship Show Intro and Headline Teasers Supreme Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction Trump's Plan to Lower Beef Prices via Imports High-Ranking Officials Depart Fannie Mae Markets: Bond Yields High, Stocks Mixed Bitcoin Surges on Regulatory Hopes and Yields GM Investigation into Engine Failures The Problem of Ghost Jobs and New Legislation Outro and Upcoming Episodes
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